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Welcome, I am a devotee of nature, hand crafting PURE botanical perfumes by melding alchemy with modern artistic wisdom. ♻ Eco-luxe perfume!
Every single natural perfume is handmade by me, I use authentic vital materials to create pure, perfume for you.
Since Etsy took down my featured seller post, follow this link for more info:
https://www.illuminatedperfume.com/pages/roxana_complete_herstory
All Illuminated Perfume™ imagery and text is ©Roxana Villa and ©Greg Spalenka. Any usage is considered infringement. Bee conscious.
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nlynnosorio on Aug 8, 2023
5 out of 5 starsA long time favorite, it disappeared (in solid form) for a while, so I was excited when it returned & now I have a substantial hoard & shouldn't run out again in the near future! Always quick shipping & a gift sample. Thank you!
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nlynnosorio on Aug 8, 2023
5 out of 5 starsIt's always a pleasure to try new scents by ordering a few sample pots. My favorite in this batch is Gracing the Dawn; even the name is evocative of a bright sweet fragrance. Items were shipped quickly, so no long wait to enjoy!
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jennellexoxo on Jul 30, 2023
5 out of 5 starsSo blind buying a perfume isn’t always a good idea but this is a winner! It’s exactly as I imagined it would be. Fresh natural scent and just so very relaxing to breathe in. I’m really enjoying it and there’s a lot in this little jar! Super quick shipping as well. Thank you!
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Victoria on May 6, 2023
5 out of 5 starsShipping was so fast! The seller had my order on its way within hours of placing my order! I am so impressed with the visual presentation, and the entire process of opening and enjoying the various scents was wonderful!
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elenacala on Apr 18, 2023
5 out of 5 starsI love these perfumes, even more than I thought I would. I am pleasantly surprised by a couple of them. I tend to like fruity smells rather than florals but every one of the samples (I tried 5) were beautiful. They were like watching a sunrise in slow glory a little bit at a time, or a flower slowly opening up to its full bloom. I tried Chiaroscuro, La Dame Blanch, Mellifera, Cimbalom and Gracing the dawn. My 2 favorites by far were Cimbalom and Gracing the dawn. Cimbalom had the smell of incense, but warmth and femineity. It changed overtime, and I couldn't stop smelling it. Gracing the Dawn, literally transported me to a garden bower at sunrise, the birds lightly singing love songs to each other. I was so surprised by this floral. I can't even describe what an experience this perfume is!
About IlluminatedPerfume
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I graduated with a BFA from Otis when it was in downtown LA. The crown was handmade by Marilyn Neuhart.
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My first perfume/art studio was in a mid century modern home in the Santa Monica Mtns of CA, I now living Santa Fe, NM
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As a holistic bee guardian, I care for 2 hives of feral bees which I saved. I use beeswax for the solid, cream perfumes.
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Once I have an idea I formulate, make and pour each and every perfume by hand.
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The raw materials that go into making my perfumes come from the nature, I use whole plant essences as my palette.
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Custom and personalized orders
At this time I do not create custom perfumes. I can however customize some orders and offer classes to make your own custom perfume, contact me with your ideas.
Sizing details
Most items contain the size in the listing, if you need more information feel free to send me a convo or e-mail.
Care instructions, storage & lifespan
The authentic botanical perfumes I create are handmade with very simple and whole ingredients. If they are not exposed to heat and light, with little exposure to oxygen they will get better with age.
To extend the lifespan of the item purchased we suggest storing them in a cool (50-75 degrees F), space away from light.
• Liquid Perfume Extracts, Eau de Parfums and Colognes are in a base of 190 proof alcohol, like wine, they will get better with age if the above criteria is met.
• The Solid Perfumes are made with jojoba and beeswax, which have the ability to last indefinitely like the alcohol perfumes but are slightly more sensitive to exposure to air and heat.
Gift wrapping and packaging
We pride ourselves in the beauty and presentation of our work, each package is wrapped with great care and attention to detail. Take a look at the photos in each product listings to see what is included.
If you desire anything special, like a short note included, please let us know how we can be of service to you or your gift recipient.
To save trees we do not include paper receipts.
Wholesale availability
Not at this time.
How pure are your fragrances?
My career as a botanical perfumer started in the early 90's after attending the first aromatherapy conference in the US. The only aromatics I have ever used have been essential oils, C02 extracts, absolutes and my own infusions & tinctures.
What is the difference between the solid and liquid perfumes?
The main difference between the two formats is the base material, the liquids are made with 190 proof, organic alcohol where are the solids contain beeswax and jojoba oil.
The alcohol in the liquid perfume extracts and eau de parfums allow the essences to fully express all the layers, subtleties and melodies of their voices.
Solid perfumes are a much more sensual experience with their creamy base of jojoba and beeswax. Since the base tends to trap the aromatics, the top notes can sometimes get a bit muted compared to the alcohol perfumes.
The formulas for the different formats are generally, not always, the same. The alcohol perfumes contain tinctures and the solids infusions, which will often influence the aroma of the perfume.
Which of your fragrances last the longest?
In general the alcohol perfumes contain more silage & tenacity than the solid perfumes, but it depends on the chemistry of the skin. Our perfumes with the most tenacity, both as liquid & solid format, are Aumbre, Cimbalom and To Bee. Figure 1 Noir and GreenWitch are next on the list.
Sometimes layering both the liquids with the solids will increase longevity.
Keep in mind that longevity is a notion that has been made popular by using animal ingredients and later by the synthetic fragrance industry. I'd like to shift that consciousness to thinking of perfume like a fresh bouquet of flowers. There is something quite special in the ritual of anointing oneself with a pure plant fume and taking a moment to inhale the precious molecules.
Which of your fragrances are best for men?
The western world has told us that woody, earthy and "sporty" fragrances are for men while florals are for women. However, in other countries this is not the case. Now in the new era of gender neutrality these archetypes are finally changing and I encourage everyone to step out of the box and into circular thinking where there is more self expression.
Most of the men who purchase our fragrances prefer: Aumbre, Figure 1 Noir, Figure 5 Bois, Chaparral, Impromptu, To Bee and Q. I have others who wear GreenWitch, Rosa, Mellifera and Vespertina and a few in Asian countries that enjoy Aurora.
Lost Packages
All orders are sent with insurance. If your order does not arrive in the timeframe expected please check the tracking information and speak with both your local postal worker and the headmaster at your post office. Many times just those simple things will resolve the challenge.
If the item is lost I will file a claim which will require a note from you, the customer, stating the item was never received. Insurance carriers ask for 15 to 30 days from the date the item was sent before the claim can be filed.